What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inside Sales Representative position at Bridgeport Islanders?
Our Game Plan
The Bridgeport Islanders, AHL affiliate of the New York Islanders, are looking for an Inside Sales Representative. This individual is expected to demonstrate ongoing alignment with the company's mission and core business values, as well as collaborate with key internal/external resources and practice ongoing self-development.
How to Make the Team
The Islanders are seeking an outgoing individual looking to begin their career in professional sports sales. The Inside Sales Representative will be responsible for contributing to the sales team’s goals through aggressive outbound sales campaigns including calls, emails, texting and face-to-face meetings. This position will be responsible for making a minimum of 50 phone calls daily to generate new business by selling season ticket packages, partial/flex plans and more. Expectations for this role include working approximately 30 to 35 hours per week.
Show Us You Can
- Organize and maintain sales documents & reports
- Generate new business through outbound sales calls, emails and face-to-face meetings
- Upgrade current customers to season ticket packages
- Participate in prospecting events and hosting clients in order to close business
- Support Islanders sales team with game day requests, ticket office needs, etc.
- Assisting Islanders staff with fulfillment of Season Ticket Member perks
- All other duties as assigned by management
What Skills You’ll Use
- Autonomy: Manage your own time, work independently, and prioritize tasks
- Collaboration: Work with other departments to maximize sales revenues
- Accountability: Take complete ownership of your work
- Multi-Tasking: Handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
- Creativity: Contribute to the team with new ideas and concept.
- Leadership: Display leadership qualities and be a team player
Your Equipment
- High energy and strong work ethic
- Holds him/herself as well as the staff accountable to achieving the organizations ticket sales and revenue goals
- High ethical standards and commitment to the organization’s core values
- Exhibits a team-oriented approach
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
- Uses appropriate communication tone, manner and channel in all circumstances
- Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment and as part of a team, taking on tasks at all levels
Where You’ll Go
- You will primarily report to our Bridgeport, CT office, along with:
- Certain home games and other events (events can fall on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays)
What’s In It for You
- Being Part of a Growing Team/Business
- A Fun and Exciting Atmosphere
The Fine Print
The Bridgeport Islanders are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
